Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

#1067 - A Brief History of Dad Jokes


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With Father's Day just around the corner, Justin & Kylie go head to head in a battle for gold in the UFC (Ultimate Father Comedy) before stepping back in time to discover the origins of the comedy equivalent of comfort food: the "Dad Joke"! 

Humour can be a quick and easy way to build connection with your kids; but don't just rely on a good dad joke to get the fun flowing! Learn what else you can do to help your kids feel seen, heard, and valued this Father's Day and beyond.

In this episode:

  • A history of dad jokes
  • Dad jokes: intentional, predictable, cheesy, wholesome
  • Building connection
  • To a child, love is spelled T.I.M.E
  • Finding opportunities to have fun
  • The Neurological Dance of Parental Bonding: Unraveling The Oxytocin Connection | KoolkKats

Related Links:

  • Me & My Dad Activity Book [Free Download]
  • #489 Complementary Roles of Mums and Dads With Jenet Erickson

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